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System Administrator

The Custom Group of Companies
  • Staunton, VA
  • $30–$36 Per Hour
  • Instant Apply
17 days ago

Job Description

Systems Administrator 
Location: Virginia –Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Experience: 3–5+ Years
Interview Process: Phone and In-Person
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Pay Rate: $30 to $36.00 per hour on W2
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to support a mission-critical Transportation Operations Center. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Windows Server, Red Hat Linux, VMware, Active Directory, hardware support, and backup/recovery systems.

This position involves maintaining enterprise IT infrastructure, troubleshooting technical issues, supporting cybersecurity initiatives, and ensuring system availability and performance.
Key Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, administer, and troubleshoot Windows Server and Red Hat Linux environments.

  • Manage VMware virtualization, Active Directory, user accounts, and system access.

  • Provide Tier 1–3 technical support for servers, desktops, laptops, and peripherals.

  • Monitor server performance, system availability, logs, and infrastructure health.

  • Perform system backups, recovery operations, patching, and software upgrades.

  • Troubleshoot hardware, software, network connectivity, and application issues.

  • Support cybersecurity monitoring, threat detection, vulnerability mitigation, and security improvements.

  • Maintain accurate system documentation, asset inventories, and change management records.

  • Support infrastructure upgrades, system deployments, and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Collaborate with technical teams and end users to resolve issues efficiently.
Required Qualifications

  • 3–5+ years of Systems Administration experience, with approximately 5 years of hands-on experience in core technologies.

  • Strong experience administering Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).

  • Hands-on experience with VMware virtualization.

  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory administration.

  • Experience supporting desktop, laptop, and server hardware.

  • Experience with backup, recovery, system monitoring, and troubleshooting.

  • Proven experience providing Tier 1–3 IT support.

  • Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and collaboratively.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with cybersecurity operations, security monitoring, or threat mitigation.

  • Hands-on experience with networking equipment and infrastructure.

  • Experience supporting Video Management Systems (VMS).

  • Audio/video equipment support experience.

  • Microsoft certifications or other relevant IT certifications.

  • Experience supporting mission-critical or 24/7 operational environments.
Additional Requirements

  • Must physically reside in the United States throughout the assignment.

  • Must be available to work onsite.

  • Must be able to participate in phone and in-person interviews.

Apply Today!

If you're a hands-on Systems Administrator with strong Windows, Linux, VMware, and Active Directory experience, we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss this position with you.

Numbers & Facts

LocationStaunton, VA
Salary$30–$36 Per Hour

Skills

  • Audiovisualunmatched
  • Change Managementunmatched
  • Computer Securityunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Data Recoveryunmatched
  • Desktop Administrationunmatched
  • Desktop PCunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Hardware Administrationunmatched
  • Information Systems/Technology IS/IT Administrationunmatched
  • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
  • Internet Securityunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Laptop Hardwareunmatched
  • Laptop PCunmatched
  • Microsoft Active Directoryunmatched
  • Microsoft Certificationsunmatched
  • Microsoft Windows Serverunmatched
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  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Operations Security (OPSEC)unmatched
  • Performance Analysisunmatched
  • Peripheral Hardwareunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Records Managementunmatched
  • Red Hat Linux Operating Systemunmatched
  • Resolve Customer Issuesunmatched
  • Security Monitoringunmatched
  • Server Hardwareunmatched
  • Server Supportunmatched
  • Software Patchesunmatched
  • Software Upgradesunmatched
  • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
  • Systems Maintenanceunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched
  • VMS Operating Systemunmatched
  • VMWareunmatched

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